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EK58 DBY

2008 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

12,846 mi
Last recorded12,846 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK58 DBY
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 12,846 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2025 12,846 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 11,210 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 10,598 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 8,991 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 7,702 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 5,738 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 5,223 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 4,911 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 4,726 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 4,358 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 4,127 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 3,769 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 3,370 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 2,855 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda RX-8?

Based on 304,386 MOT tests across 25,254 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
4,376
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
25,254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 20,515
Anti-roll bar linkage insecure 8,979
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,531
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8,088
Anti-roll bar linkage fractured 6,762
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EK58 DBY is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 42,719 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda RX-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 20,515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK58 DBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda RX-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Mazda RX-8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EK58 DBY registered?

EK58 DBY is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is EK58 DBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK58 DBY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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